Rian (pronounced Ree-Ann), the Irish word for path, honors our Irish roots while reflecting our inclusive mission of empowering immigrant and refugee families on the path to opportunity, safety and a better future for all.

Our new logo is inspired by the Giant's Causeway on the north coast of Ireland. The natural hexagonal stones formed 60 million years ago by cooling lava created a pathway, and symbolizes the path to charting a way forward.

In recent years this path has grown more difficult. Bureaucratic walls, thickets, and even physical barriers obstruct the path to legal status and citizenship. We recognize the increased difficulty that immigrant families face, and we are steadfast and undaunted in navigating these challenges. 

Our work has never been in higher demand. Last year, more than 3,500 immigrants and refugees from 126 countries walked through our doors, and worked side-by-side with our attorneys, social workers, teachers, and volunteers to make a path to a better future in America.

Over the past three years, our organization has doubled in size, assisting more than 10,000 immigrant families and young Irish citizens. Our new Arbella Foundation Immigrant Learning Center is a testament to our commitment to providing comprehensive integrated support to immigrant families. Additionally, we expanded our partnerships with schools, hospitals, and community-based organizations, and last year, we launched a new civic engagement program for those on the path to citizenship.

Rian’s work of creating pathways to new beginnings is made possible by you, and by all of our dedicated staff and volunteers. We are deeply grateful to all of our donors, foundations, corporate sponsors and partners. Together, we can create pathways to new beginnings.

Onwards,

The Rian Immigrant Center Team